(Atlanta—January 10, 2008) Look forward to another busy weekend downtown as the Georgia World Congress Center, Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Dome and Philips Arena host several large events including the Atlanta Boat Show, Atlanta Braves Fan Fest & Baseball Expo, Monster Jam, Hawks and Thrashers events.

Georgia’s premier boat show is celebrating its 46th year as the best place to see and buy boats January 9 – 13 in building C of the Georgia World Congress Center. See and board hundreds of new boats, including luxury yachts and houseboats, powerboats, sport fishers, even sailboats and personal watercraft. You’ll also find everything you need to gear up for fun on the water, with hundreds of booths showcasing the latest in marine electronics, engines, accessories and more! In addition to the extensive displays, enjoy the educational seminars, interactive games, artist galleries, special guest appearances and giveaways at this year’s show.

Hours for the Atlanta Boat show are Wednesday thru Friday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase onsite. For more information please visit www.atlantaboatshow.com

Activities continue at the Georgia World Congress Center January 12 – 13 in Building A for the Atlanta Braves FanFest 2008. "We're excited to host FanFest at the Georgia World Congress Center, an expansive indoor venue where there will be more room for interaction with Braves players than ever before, and fun activities for the entire family," says Derek Schiller, Braves Executive Vice President of Sales/Marketing.

Braves fans will have the opportunity to meet current and former Atlanta Braves, collect autographs, play interactive games, participate in skills clinics, shop for Braves memorabilia, and much more. One and two-day ticket packages are available. FanFest hours are Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information or to see the complete Braves schedule visit atlanta.braves.mlb.com.

Monster Jam returns to the Georgia Dome on Saturday, January 12. This exciting annual event attracts over seven million spectators each year as it travels across the country. Fans can get up close to these “monster” vehicles and meet the drivers during the Pit Party from 1 – 5 p.m. on the Dome floor. Free admission passes to this year’s Pit Party are available now at participating local MetroPCS locations, while supplies last.

Gates open for the main event at 5:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. This event is sold out and there will not be any on-site ticket sales. Tickets are available for the 2009 beginning January 13 at www.ticketmaster.com. For more information please visit www.gadome.com.

In addition to the events on the GWCCA campus, Philips Arena has lots of activity as the Hawks host the Washington Wizards on Friday at 7:30 p.m., the Thrashers take on the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday at 7 p.m. and then the Hawks host the Chicago Bulls on Sunday at 2 p.m.

With thousands of attendees expected downtown this weekend, officials are encouraging everyone to take MARTA. To “Make it a Breeze” fans should purchase two one-way Breeze tickets at the beginning of their trip to avoid long lines after events. The Dome/GWCC/Philips Arena/CNN Center Station serves the Georgia World Congress Center, Georgia Dome and Centennial Olympic Park. Access is also available from Peachtree Center and Vine City stations. Fare is just $1.75 each way. With so much going on this is sure to be a fun weekend downtown.

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